Trying to catch a deranged serial killer by cloning him, that's the kind of logic only a Van Damme movie can employ. It has to be said though: this is very different from his usual material, because the writers felt like exploring his range a little. Sure, he has played a double role before in "Double Impact" (why do I know this?), but there it was just tough guy/tough guy. Here it's bad guy/mute, which is very interesting to say the least. I particularly liked the scene where the hapless clone visits a prostitute, Van Damme is actually sorta uhm, dare I say convincing? Villainous Van Damme may just be even better, the long hair and sunglasses is a perfect touch. Michael Rooker is also awesome as usual, whenever I hear that trademark gravelly voice I know the movie can never completely suck. But screw the actors, what about the action? Well, I'm glad to say that it looks really good, even despite the limited budget. Director Ringo Lam apparently really knows how to squeeze every penny and treats us to some excellent brainless mayhem, fun all around. This movie is WAY better than it looks.
Review of Replicant
